Companies House class some words in the Company Registration name as 'sensitive',
Our system automatically checks for sensitive words in your Company Formations name and then informs you of this.
The Company Registrar are continually changing their list of sensitive words, to obtain a copy of the most recent Sensitive Words please contact our office.
Some words only require some additional information to accompany the application and some words require special permission from various institutes etc. and can be included with your incorporation.
Sensitive Words
Class 1 Sensitive Words & Expressions
You will need the approval of the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry before you use any of the following words or expressions (or their plural or possessive forms) in your chosen company name.
The following 146 words fall under these restrictions:
Accounts Comission
Accounts ComissionTo use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from Audit Scotland. Audit Scotland | Accredit
AccreditYou cannot use this word unless the department shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Department for Business Innovation and Skills, Accreditation Policy, 1 Victoria Street, London SW1H 0ET | Accreditation
AccreditationYou cannot use this word unless the department shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Department for Business Innovation & Skills, Accreditation Policy, 1 Victoria Street, London SW1H 0ET | Accredited
AccreditedYou cannot use this word unless the department shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Department for Business Innovation & Skills, Accreditation Policy, 1 Victoria Street, London SW1H 0ET |
Accrediting
AccreditingYou cannot use this word unless the department shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Department for Business Innovation & Skills, Accreditation Policy, 1 Victoria Street, London SW1H 0ET | Adjudicator
AdjudicatorThis word normally implies the company has a quasi-judicial role similar to decisions made by a court of law, an administrative tribunal, an official ombudsman or government officials. You cannot use this word unless a government body or relevant body confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. | Alba / Na h-Alba / Albannach
Alba / Na h-Alba / AlbannachUse in a name that does not imply a connection with the Scottish Government Applications under the criteria set out in 1-3 below should be sent directly to Companies House.
You should only contact the Scottish Government if the name is likely to imply a connection with this body. Scottish Government | Archwilydd Cyffredinol Cymru
Archwilydd Cyffredinol CymruTo use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Wales Audit Office. Archwilydd Cyffredinol Cymru Auditor General for Wales |
Association
AssociationTo use this word in your proposed name the company should normally be limited by guarantee. The articles of association should include objects that reflect the specific purpose of the company and a non-profit distribution clause, which provides that any profits should be used to further the objects of the company and not paid to the members as dividends. The articles should also include a one member one vote clause. These requirements do not apply if the company is a residents or tenants association. | Assurance
AssuranceYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team, Financial Conduct Authority, 25 The North Colonnade, Canary Wharf, London E14 5HS. Email: [email protected] | Assurer
AssurerYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team, Financial Conduct Authority, 25 The North Colonnade, Canary Wharf, London E14 5HS. Email: [email protected] | Banc
BancYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team, Financial Conduct Authority, 25 The North Colonnade, Canary Wharf, London E14 5HS. [email protected] |
Bank
BankYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team Email: [email protected] | Banking
BankingYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team Email: [email protected] | Benevolent
BenevolentTo use this word the company should normally be limited by guarantee. The articles of association should include objects that reflect the specific purpose of the company and a non-profit distribution clause, which provides that any profits should be used to further the objects of the company and not paid to the members as dividends. The articles should also include a one member one vote clause. | Breatainn / Breatannach / Bhreatainn / Bhreatanach / Bhreatanaich / Breatannaich
Breatainn / Breatannach / Bhreatainn / Bhreatanach / Bhreatanaich / Breatannaich
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Brenhinol / Brenhiniaeth / Frenhinol / Frenhiniaeth
Brenhinol / Brenhiniaeth / Frenhinol / FrenhiniaethTo use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Government. To speed up your application, please include:
Branding Manager | Brenin / Brenhines / Frenin / Frenhines
Brenin / Brenhines / Frenin / FrenhinesTo use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Government. To speed up your application, please include:
Branding Manager | Britain
BritainThis word cannot be used in any part of your company name if it implies a connection with a government department or body, or a local or specified public authority unless If you wish to use it at the start of your company name or of Britain or of Great Britain anywhere in the name, you will need to demonstrate that the company is pre eminent or very substantial in its field by providing independent support from a representative body, trade association or other relevant body. If Britain or British is not the first word in the name it will normally be allowed. If you want to use the word because it is a surname (and the name does not imply a connection with government), you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials. | British
BritishThis word cannot be used in any part of your company name if it implies a connection with a government department or body, or a local or specified public authority unless If you wish to use it at the start of your company name or of Britain or of Great Britain anywhere in the name, you will need to demonstrate that the company is pre eminent or very substantial in its field by providing independent support from a representative body, trade association or other relevant body. If Britain or British is not the first word in the name it will normally be allowed. If you want to use the word because it is a surname (and the name does not imply a connection with government), you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials. |
Chamber (s)
Chamber (s)This expression could imply representative or government status. To support your application you will need to set out the reasons for using this expression and you will need to obtain the views (letter or email) of an appropriate body. | Chamber of Commerce
Chamber of CommerceThe use of ‘Chamber of Commerce’ in your proposed name could imply a connection with the British, Northern Ireland or Scottish Chambers of Commerce. To support your application, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the relevant body. England and WalesBritish Chambers of Commerce Northern IrelandNorthern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry ScotlandScottish Chambers of Commerce | Chamber(s) of Commerce
Chamber(s) of CommerceYou cannot use Chamber of Commerce, Business, Enterprise, Industry, Trade or Training without a letter or email of non-objection from one of the following bodies: England and Wales: Email: [email protected] | Charitable / Charities
Charitable / CharitiesYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. England and Wales: New incorporation or business name: Email (preferred): [email protected] Head of Registration Scotland Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator Northern Ireland Charity Commission for Northern Ireland Change of name: If you are an existing registered charity changing its name and your current and proposed new name includes one of these words then your application should include a copy of the companys letterhead bearing the registered charity number. Subject to our normal examination checks, the new name will be approved. |
Charity
CharityYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. England and Wales: New incorporation or business name: Email (preferred): [email protected] Head of Registration Change of name: If you are an existing registered charity changing its name and your current and proposed new name includes one of these words then your application should include a copy of the companys letterhead bearing the registered charity number. Subject to our normal examination checks, the new name will be approved. | Charter
CharterYou cannot use the word Chartered in your proposed name without the consent of your professional body. If you decide to resubmit your application you will need to provide a letter or email of non-objection from the relevant body. If you are an existing body and wish to incorporate as a company using Charter or Chartered in the name please provide evidence of your royal charter status. Please note, if you have already registered as a company, you cannot use this word in another company name. This does not apply to expressions such as Air Charter,Chartered Flights or Chartered Travel. | Chartered
CharteredYou cannot use the word Chartered in your proposed name without the consent of your professional body. If you decide to resubmit your application you will need to provide a letter or email of non-objection from the relevant body. If you are an existing body and wish to incorporate as a company using Charter or Chartered in the name please provide evidence of your royal charter status. Please note, if you have already registered as a company, you cannot use this word in another company name. This does not apply to expressions such as Air Charter,Chartered Flights or Chartered Travel. | Chartered Accountants
Chartered AccountantsYou cannot use the expression Chartered Accountant (or the abbreviation ICAEW) without the consent of one of the bodies shown below. If you decide to resubmit your application you will need to provide a letter or email of non-objection from the relevant body. England and Wales: Email: [email protected] |
Chartered Secretary
Chartered SecretaryYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) it has no objection. The Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators | Chartered Surveyor
Chartered SurveyorYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors Email: [email protected] | Child Maintenance
Child MaintenanceThese expressions imply a connection with services provided by the UK government. In England, Wales and Scotland services are provided by Child Maintenance Options, part of the Department for Work and Pensions and in Northern Ireland by Child Maintenance Choices. To use any of these expressions you will need to provide a copy of a letter or email of non-objection from one of these bodies. Further information can be found at: England, Wales and Scotland www.cmoptions.org | Child Support
Child SupportThese expressions imply a connection with services provided by the UK government. In England, Wales and Scotland services are provided by Child Maintenance Options, part of the Department for Work and Pensions and in Northern Ireland by Child Maintenance Choices. To use any of these expressions you will need to provide a copy of a letter or email of non-objection from one of these bodies. Further information can be found at: England, Wales and Scotland www.cmoptions.org |
Co-operative
Co-operativeSince 1 August 2014 the expressions Co-operative Society and Community Benefit Society can only be used in the name of a society registered under the Co-operative and Community Benefit Societies Act 2014. For further information and before applying to use Co-operative in a company or business name please visit the FCA website. To use Co-operative in a company or business name you will need to meet the following conditions:
These principles should be included in the companys articles of association or in the rules/constitution of an unincorporated business Any application to use this word in a business name must include a copy of the rules or constitution document | Co-operative Society
Co-operative SocietyThis expression can only be included in the name of a society registered under the Cooperative Email: [email protected] | Coimisean / Coimisein / Choimisean / Chomisein
Coimisean / Coimisein / Choimisean / ChomiseinTo use this word in your proposed name, the organisation should normally be an independent advisory body, a deliberative assembly, or a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business or profession. Your application should include evidence to show that the company will be what it claims, and that it has the support of those it intends to govern, supervise, or look to it for expertise. You should also provide a letter or email of non-objection from a government body or a relevant body. | Comhairle / Chomhairle / Comhairlean / Chomhairlean
Comhairle / Chomhairle / Comhairlean / ChomhairleanTo use this word in your proposed name, the organisation should normally be a local authority, an independent advisory body, a deliberative assembly, or a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business or profession. Your application should include evidence to show that the organisation will be what it claims, and that it has the support of those it intends to govern, supervise, or look to it for expertise. You should also provide a letter or email of non-objection from a government body, a local authority or a relevant body. |
Comisiwn / Chomisiwn / Gomisiwn
Comisiwn / Chomisiwn / GomisiwnTo use this word in your proposed name, the organisation should normally be an independent advisory body, a deliberative assembly, or a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business or profession. Your application should include evidence to show that the organisation will be what it claims, and that it has the support of those it intends to govern, supervise, or look to it for expertise. You should also provide a letter or email of non-objection from a government body or a relevant body. | Comisiwn y Senedd
Comisiwn y SeneddTo use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Parliament. Clerc y Senedd Clerk of the Senedd | Comisiwn y Senedd / Comisiwn Cynulliad Cenedlaethol Cymru
Comisiwn y Senedd / Comisiwn Cynulliad Cenedlaethol CymruTo use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Parliament. Clerc y Senedd Clerk of the Senedd | Commission
CommissionTo use this word in your proposed name, the organisation should normally be an independent advisory body, a deliberative assembly; or a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business or profession. Your application should include evidence to show that the organisation will be what it claims, and that it has the support of those it intends to govern, supervise, or look to it for expertise. You should also provide a letter or email of non-objection from a government body or a relevant body. |
Comptroller and Auditor General
Comptroller and Auditor GeneralYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Corporate Secretariat National Audit Office Email: [email protected] | Council
CouncilTo use this word the company should normally be an independent advisory body; a deliberative assembly; or a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business or profession. Evidence must be produced to show that the company will be what it claims and that it has the support of whoever it claims it will You will also need to obtain a letter or email of non-objection from a government body, a local or specified public authority or a relevant body. | Cyngor / Chyngor / Gyngor
Cyngor / Chyngor / GyngorTo use this word in your proposed name, the organisation should normally be a local authority, an independent advisory body, a deliberative assembly, or a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business or profession. Please include evidence to show that the organisation will be what it claims, and that it has the support of those it intends to govern, supervise, or look to it for expertise. | Dental
DentalYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. General Dental Council Email: [email protected] |
Dental Practitioner
Dental PractitionerThese words and expressions are controlled by the Dental Act 1984 and cannot be included in your chosen name without a letter or email of non-objection from the following body. The Registrar Email: [email protected] | Dental Surgeon
Dental SurgeonThese words and expressions are controlled by the Dental Act 1984 and cannot be included in your chosen name without a letter or email of non-objection from the following body. The Registrar Email: [email protected] | Dentist
DentistThese words and expressions are controlled by the Dental Act 1984 and cannot be included in your chosen name without a letter or email of non-objection from the following body. The Registrar Email: [email protected] | Dentistry
DentistryYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. General Dental Council Email: [email protected] |
Duchess
DuchessYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Contact: England & Northern Ireland: or write to: Cabinet Office To support and speed up your application please email the Cabinet Office with as much information as possible such as the reason(s) you wish to use this word: information about the company/organisation and its future plans; its present administration and activities; details of any Royal or Government associations; details of leading members and membership numbers; publications and if appropriate accounts for the last 3 years. If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents a street name, evidence of location; if the name is a surname; if it has long usage and any other relevant information | Dug / Duges / Ddug / Dduges
Dug / Duges / Ddug / DdugesTo use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Government. To speed up your application, please include:
Branding Manager | Duke
DukeYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Contact: England & Northern Ireland: or write to: Cabinet Office To support and speed up your application please email the Cabinet Office with as much information as possible such as the reason(s) you wish to use this word: information about the company/organisation and its future plans; its present administration and activities; details of any Royal or Government associations; details of leading members and membership numbers; publications and if appropriate accounts for the last 3 years. If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents a street name, evidence of location; if the name is a surname; if it has long usage and any other relevant information | Ei Fawrhydi / Ei Mawrhydi
Ei Fawrhydi / Ei MawrhydiTo use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Government. To speed up your application, please include:
Branding Manager |
England
EnglandThis word cannot be used in any part of your company name if it implies a connection with a government department or body, or a local or specified public authority unless the relevant body confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. This applies even If you wish to use this word at the start of your company name or of England anywhere in the name, you will need to show that the company is pre-eminent or very substantial in its field. You will also need to provide independent support from a representative body, trade association or other relevant body. The companys registered office or principal place of business must be in England. If the word is used elsewhere in the name, the companys registered office or principal place of business must be in England. If you want to use the word because it is a surname, you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials. | English
EnglishThis word cannot be used in any part of your company name if it implies a connection with a government department or body, or a local or specified public authority unless the relevant body confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. This applies even If you wish to use this word at the start of your company name or of England anywhere in the name, you will need to show that the company is pre-eminent or very substantial in its field. You will also need to provide independent support from a representative body, trade association or other relevant body. The companys registered office or principal place of business must be in England. If the word is used elsewhere in the name, the companys registered office or principal place of business must be in England. If you want to use the word because it is a surname, you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials. | Enterprise Trust
Enterprise TrustTo use this expression in your proposed name (or if the company is this type of trust but does not include 'Enterprise' in the name) the company should normally be limited by guarantee and include a non-profit distribution clause in the articles of association. Companys objects should normally include activities that are intended to support the community, for example, by providing advice on business start up, opportunities for training and development, or removing barriers to further education etc. To support your application you will need to obtain the views (letter or email) of a relevant body such as a local Chamber of Commerce, a local authority, a bank or any other relevant organisation. | Family Trust
Family TrustTo use this expression in your proposed name (or if the company is this type of trust but does not include 'Family' in the name) the company should normally be one set up to hold funds in trust for young children or other family members or one linked to a property where a family member will become the beneficiary. The company should be limited by guarantee and the articles of association should include a non-profit distribution clause. The objects should reflect the purpose of the trust. |
Federation
FederationTo use this word the company should normally be limited by guarantee. The articles of association should include objects that reflect the specific purpose of the company and a non-profit distribution clause, which provides that any profits should be used to further the objects of the company and not paid to the members as dividends. The articles should also include a one member one vote clause. | Financial Conduct Authority
Financial Conduct AuthorityYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team Email: [email protected] | Financial Reporting Council
Financial Reporting CouncilYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. General Counsel & Company Secretary Email: [email protected] | Financial Services Authority
Financial Services AuthorityYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team Email: [email protected] |
Foundation
FoundationTo use this word the company should normally be limited by guarantee. The articles of association should include the following objects: The objects can be added on the Summary Page for your company
| Friendly Society
Friendly SocietyYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team Email: [email protected] | Fund
FundYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team Email: [email protected] | Government
GovernmentYou cannot use this word if it implies a connection with Her Majesty's Government. If there is a connection you will need to obtain a letter or email of non-objection from a government department or body |
Gwasanaeth iechyd / Wasanaeth iechyd
Gwasanaeth iechyd / Wasanaeth iechydTo use this expression in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Government. Welsh Government | Health and Safety Executive
Health and Safety ExecutiveYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. England, Wales and Scotland: Health and Safety Executive Northern Ireland: Health & Safety Executive for Northern Ireland Email: [email protected] | Health Centre
Health CentreYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. England: | Health Service
Health ServiceYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. England: |
Health Visitor
Health VisitorYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Peter Pinto de Sa Email:[email protected] | Her Majesty
Her MajestyYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. England & Northern Ireland: Cabinet Office To support and speed up your application please email the Cabinet Office with as much information as possible such as the reason(s) you wish to use this word: information about the company/organisation and its future plans; its present administration and activities; details of any Royal or Government associations; details of leading members and membership numbers; publications and if appropriate accounts for the last 3 years. If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents a street name, evidence of location; if the name is a surname; if it has long usage and any other relevant information. | His Majesty
His MajestyYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. England & Northern Ireland: Cabinet Office To support and speed up your application please email the Cabinet Office with as much information as possible such as the reason(s) you wish to use this word: information about the company/organisation and its future plans; its present administration and activities; details of any Royal or Government associations; details of leading members and membership numbers; publications and if appropriate accounts for the last 3 years. If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents a street name, evidence of location; if the name is a surname; if it has long usage and any other relevant information. | House of Commons
House of CommonsYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Corporate Officer of the House of Commons House of Commons Legal Services Office London SW1 0AA |
House of Lords
House of LordsYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Corporate Officer of the House of Lords | HPSS / HSC
HPSS / HSCTo use this expression in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the body shown below. Department of Health | Inspectorate
InspectorateThis word implies the company has a quasi-judicial role similar to decisions made by a court of law, administrative tribunal or government officials. You will need to obtain confirmation (letter or email) from a government body or a relevant body, that it has no objection. | Institute
InstituteApproval to use this word is normally given only to fully functioning organisations that are established in the field but operate under a different name. The range of activities
You will need to obtain the written views (letter or email) of one or more relevant bodies. |
Institution
InstitutionApproval to use this word is normally given only to fully functioning organisations that are established in the field but operate under a different name. The range of activities
You will need to obtain the written views (letter or email) of one or more relevant bodies. | Insurance
InsuranceYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team Email: [email protected] | Insurer
InsurerYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team Email: [email protected] | Judicial Appointment
Judicial AppointmentYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Ministry of Justice |
King
KingYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. England & Northern Ireland: If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents a street name, evidence of location; if the name is a surname; if it has long usage and any other relevant information. | Law Commission
Law CommissionYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Ministry of Justice | Licensing
LicensingThis is normally associated with an authority that carries out licensing functions under the Licensing Act 2003. This includes, for example, the licensing of the sale of Evidence must be produced to show that the company will be what it claims, and that it has the support of whoever it claims it will govern or supervise. You will also need to obtain a letter or email of non-objection a relevant body Such as a local or specified public authority. | Llywodraeth / Lywodraeth
Llywodraeth / LywodraethIf your proposed name implies a connection with the Welsh government or a UK government department, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the body shown below: Branding Manager |
Medical Centre
Medical CentreYou cannot use this expression in any part of the UK unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Office of the Permanent Secretary Email: [email protected] | Midwife
MidwifeYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Peter Pinto de Sa Email:[email protected] | Midwifery
MidwiferyYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Peter Pinto de Sa Email:[email protected] | Mòrachd / Mhòrachd
Mòrachd / MhòrachdTo use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Scottish Government. To speed up your application, please include:
Scottish Government |
Mutual
MutualYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team Email: [email protected] | National Audit Office
National Audit OfficeTo use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name you must provide a Email: [email protected] | NHS
NHSYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Department of Health | Northern Ireland / of Northern Ireland / Northern Irish
Northern Ireland / of Northern Ireland / Northern IrishUse in a name that does not imply a connection with the Northern Ireland Assembly Applications under the criteria set out below should be sent directly to Companies House.
Use in a name that could imply a connection with the Northern Ireland Assembly If your proposed name is likely to imply a connection with the Northern Ireland Assembly, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from this body. The situation of the company’s registered office should be in Northern Ireland. In the case of a business name, the principal place of business must be in Northern Ireland. Please confirm the address with your application. You should only contact the Northern Ireland Assembly if the name is likely to imply a connection with this body. Northern Ireland Assembly |
Nurse
NurseYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that Peter Pinto de Sa Email:[email protected] | Nursing
NursingYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Peter Pinto de Sa Email:[email protected] | Oifis sgrùdaidh
Oifis sgrùdaidhTo use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from Audit Scotland. Audit Scotland | Oilthigh / T-Oilthigh / Oilthighean / H-Oilthighean
Oilthigh / T-Oilthigh / Oilthighean / H-OilthigheanTo use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Scottish Government. Scottish Government |
Ombudsman / Ombwdsmon
Ombudsman / OmbwdsmonTo use this word in your proposed name the company or business should be:A statutory organisation appointed by government authorised to investigate complaints, generally on behalf of individuals such as consumers or taxpayers, against private or public institutions. These organisations may request relevant information from parties in relation to a dispute; or A non-statutory body which:
To support the application, please provide:
If you don’t meet all of these requirements, you may wish to register under a different name and reapply at a later date. | Parlamaid / Pharlamaid / Parlamaidean
Parlamaid / Pharlamaid / ParlamaideanTo use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the body shown below. The Secretary | Parliament
ParliamentYou cannot use this word unless you provide a letter or email of non-objection from the bodies shown below. The Corporate Officer of the House of Lords and separately | Parliamentarian
ParliamentarianYou cannot use this word unless you provide a letter or email of non-objection from the bodies shown below. The Corporate Officer of the House of Lords and separately |
Parliamentary
ParliamentaryYou cannot use this word unless you provide a letter or email of non-objection from the bodies shown below. The Corporate Officer of the House of Lords and separately | Patent / Patentee
Patent / PatenteeTo use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Intellectual Property Office. Intellectual Property Office | Pensions Trust
Pensions TrustTo use the expression Pensions Trust or Staff Trust in your proposed name (or if the company is this type of trust but does not include Pension or Staff in the name) the companys objects should be to manage pension scheme funds held in trust. The name of the company should normally include the name of the parent company. You may need to comply with the requirements of the Pensions Regulator at http://www.thepensionsregulator.gov.uk/ | Police
PoliceYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. England & Wales: Home Office |
Polytechnic
PolytechnicYou cannot use this word unless the department shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Department for Business, Innovation & Skills | Post Office
Post OfficeThe Post Office is part of Royal Mail Holdings plc, which is majority owned by the UK Post Office Limited | Prifysgol / Phrifysgol / Brifysgol
Prifysgol / Phrifysgol / BrifysgolTo use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Government. Branding Manager | Prince
PrinceYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. England & Northern Ireland: To support and speed up your application please email the Cabinet Office with as much information as possible such as the reason(s) you wish to use this word; information about the company/organisation and its future plans; its present administration and activities; details of any Royal or Government associations; details of leading members and membership numbers; details of any publications and if appropriate, accounts for the last 3 years. If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents a street name, evidence of location; if the name is a surname; if it has long usage and any other relevant information. |
Princess
PrincessYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. England & Northern Ireland: To support and speed up your application please email the Cabinet Office with as much information as possible such as the reason(s) you wish to use this word; information about the company/organisation and its future plans; its present administration and activities; details of any Royal or Government associations; details of leading members and membership numbers; details of any publications and if appropriate, accounts for the last 3 years. If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents a street name, evidence of location; if the name is a surname; if it has long usage and any other relevant information. | Prudential
PrudentialYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team Email: [email protected] | Public Health Agency
Public Health AgencyTo use this expression in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Public Health Agency. HSC Public Health Agency | Queen
QueenYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. England & Northern Ireland: To support and speed up your application please email the Cabinet Office with as much information as possible such as the reason(s) you wish to use this word; information about the company/organisation and its future plans; its present administration and activities; details of any Royal or Government associations; details of leading members and membership numbers; details of any publications and if appropriate, accounts for the last 3 years. If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents the name of a street please provide evidence of location; if the |
Reassurance
ReassuranceYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team Email: [email protected] | Reassurer
ReassurerYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team Email: [email protected] | Registered Society
Registered SocietyAs the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) regulate Registered Societies (formerly Industrial and Provident Societies), you must provide an email or letter of non- objection from the FCA Email: [email protected] Sensitive Business Names Team | Registrar
RegistrarThis word could imply that the company has a regulatory role such as a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business or profession. If this applies then evidence must be produced to show that the company will be what it claims, and that it has the support of whoever it claims it will govern or supervise. You will also need to provide a letter or email of non-objection from a government body, a local or specified public authority or a relevant body. |
Regulation Authority
Regulation AuthorityYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team Email: [email protected] | Regulator
RegulatorThis word could imply that the company has a regulatory role such as a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business or profession. Evidence must be produced to show that the company will be what it claims, and that it has the support of whoever it claims it will govern or supervise. You will also need to obtain confirmation (letter or email) from a government body, a local or specified public authority or a relevant body, that it has no objection. | Reinsurance
ReinsuranceYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team Email: [email protected] | Reinsurer
ReinsurerYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team Email: [email protected] |
Riaghaltas / Riaghaltais / Riaghaltasan
Riaghaltas / Riaghaltais / RiaghaltasanTo use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the body shown below. The Secretary | Royal
RoyalYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Contact: England & Northern Ireland: Cabinet Office To support and speed up your application please email the Cabinet Office with as much information as possible such as the reason(s) you wish to use this word information about the company/organisation and its future plans; its present administration and activities; details of any Royal or Government associations; details of leading members and membership numbers; details of any publications and if appropriate, accounts for the last 3 years. If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents a street name, evidence of location; if the name is a surname; if it has long usage and any other relevant information. | Royalty
RoyaltyYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Contact: England & Northern Ireland: Cabinet Office To support and speed up your application please email the Cabinet Office with as much information as possible such as the reason(s) you wish to use this word information about the company/organisation and its future plans; its present administration and activities; details of any Royal or Government associations; details of leading members and membership numbers; details of any publications and if appropriate, accounts for the last 3 years. If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents a street name, evidence of location; if the name is a surname; if it has long usage and any other relevant information. | Scotland
ScotlandThis word cannot be used in any part of your company name if it implies a connection with the Scottish Government, a government department or body, or a local or specified public authority unless the relevant body confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. This applies even if the word is your surname If you wish to use this word at the start of your company name or of Scotland anywhere in the name, you will need to show that the company is pre-eminent or very substantial in its field. You will also need to provide independent support from a representative body, trade association or other relevant body The companys registered office or principal place of business should be in Scotland. If the word is used elsewhere in the name, the companys registered office or principal If you want to use the word because it is a surname, you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials. |
Scottish
ScottishThis word cannot be used in any part of your company name if it implies a connection with the Scottish Government, a government department or body, or a local or specified public authority unless the relevant body confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. This applies even if the word is your surname If you wish to use this word at the start of your company name or of Scotland anywhere in the name, you will need to show that the company is pre-eminent or very substantial in its field. You will also need to provide independent support from a representative body, trade association or other relevant body The companys registered office or principal place of business should be in Scotland. If the word is used elsewhere in the name, the companys registered office or principal If you want to use the word because it is a surname, you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials. | Senedd Cymru
Senedd CymruTo use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Parliament. Clerk of the Senedd | Sheffield
SheffieldYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. The Company of Cutlers | Siambr Fasnach / Siambrau Masnach
Siambr Fasnach / Siambrau MasnachTo use ‘Siambr Fasnach’ (including its plural forms) in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the body shown below. British Chambers of Commerce |
Social Service
Social ServiceThis expression implies a connection with a local authority Social Services department with access rights to sensitive personal information. You will not be able to use this word unless the appropriate local authority or other relevant body confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. | Society
SocietyTo use this word the company should normally be limited by guarantee. The articles of association should include objects that reflect the specific purpose of the company and a non-profit distribution clause, which provides that any profits should be used to further the objects of the company and not paid to the members as dividends. The articles should also include a one member one vote clause. | Special School
Special SchoolYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. England: | Standards
StandardsYou cannot use this word if it implies that the company has a regulatory role such as a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business or profession. Evidence must be produced to show that the company will be what it claims, and that it has the support of whoever it claims it will govern or supervise. You will also need to obtain a letter or email of non-objection from a government body, a local or specified public authority or a relevant body. |
Stock Exchange
Stock ExchangeYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team Email: [email protected] | The Governor and Company of the Bank of England
The Governor and Company of the Bank of EnglandTo use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name you must provide a Email: [email protected] | The Pensions Advisory Service
The Pensions Advisory ServiceYou cannot use this expression unless the department shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Department for Work and Pensions | Trade Union
Trade UnionSection 10 (3) of the Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992, prohibits a trade union from being registered as a company under the Companies Act |
Tribunal
TribunalThis word could imply that the company has a regulatory role such as a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business or profession. If this applies, evidence must be produced to show that the company will be what it claims, and that it has the support of whoever it claims it will govern or supervise. You will also need to provide a letter or email of non-objection from a government body, a local or specified public authority or a relevant body. | Trust
TrustApproval to use the word trust depends on the reasons you wish to use it in your proposed name. We will consider each application on its merits but to use this word your organisation should normally be one of the following trusts:
The requirements for the approval are set out below: | Underwrite
UnderwriteYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team Email: [email protected] | Underwriting
UnderwritingYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team Email: [email protected] |
Unit Trust
Unit TrustTo use the expression Unit Trust (including if the company is this type of trust but does not include Unit in the name) the company should be one which is a type of open ended collective investment fund. The FCA regulates unit trusts in the UK under their Collective Investment Scheme rules. | University
UniversityYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Use where the registered office of the proposed company will be in: England and Wales: | Wales
WalesThis word cannot be used in any part of your company name if it implies a connection with the Welsh Government, a government department or body, or a local or specified public authority unless the relevant body confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. This applies even if the word is your surname. If you wish to use this word at the start of your company name or of Wales anywhere in the name, you will need to show that the company is pre-eminent or very substantial in its field. To support your application you will also need to obtain the views (letter or email) of a representative body, trade association or other relevant body. The companys registered office or principal place of business should be in Wales. If the word is used elsewhere in the name, the companys registered office or principal place of business must be in Wales. If you want to use the word because it is a surname, it will normally be allowed if you include forenames or initials. | Welsh
WelshThis word cannot be used in any part of your company name if it implies a connection with the Welsh Government, a government department or body, or a local or specified public authority unless the relevant body confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. This applies even if the word is your surname. If you wish to use this word at the start of your company name or of Wales anywhere in the name, you will need to show that the company is pre-eminent or very substantial in its field. To support your application you will also need to obtain the views (letter or email) of a representative body, trade association or other relevant body. The companys registered office or principal place of business should be in Wales. If the word is used elsewhere in the name, the companys registered office or principal place of business must be in Wales. If you want to use the word because it is a surname, it will normally be allowed if you include forenames or initials. |
Welsh Parliament
Welsh ParliamentTo use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Parliament. Clerk of the Senedd | Windsor
WindsorYou cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) it has no objection. England & Northern Ireland: or write to: To support and speed up your application please email the Cabinet Office with as much information as possible such as the reason(s) you wish to use this word; information about the company/organisation and its future plans; its present administration and activities; details of any Royal or Government associations; details of leading members and membership numbers; details of any publications and if appropriate, accounts for the last 3 years. If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents a street name, evidence of location; if the name is a surname; if it has long usage and any other relevant information. | ||
Class 2 Sensitive Words & Expressions
Words or expressions in the following list need the approval of the Secretary of State.
If you want to use any of them in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.
When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.
The following 48 words fall under these restrictions:
SE
SEThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. You cannot use this expression in this form (upper or lower case) at the start or end of your proposed name unless you are a Societas Europaea (European Company). | Accountancy and Actuarial Discipline Board
Accountancy and Actuarial Discipline BoardThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) it has no objection. Financial Reporting Council Email: [email protected] | Accounting Council
Accounting CouncilThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) it has no objection. Financial Reporting Council Email: [email protected] | Actuarial Council
Actuarial CouncilThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) it has no objection. Financial Reporting Council Email: [email protected] | ||||||||||||||||||||
Advocate General
Advocate GeneralThe use of this expression or anything similar in your proposed name implies a connection with the Office of the Advocate General for Scotland. If you resubmit your application, you must include a letter or email of non-objection from the body shown below. Advocate General | Agency
AgencyThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. This word will normally be allowed provided it does not imply a connection with a government department or body, or a local or specified public authority unless the relevant body confirms (letter or email) it has no objection. | Assembly
AssemblyThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. You cannot use this word if it implies a connection with a government department or body, or a local or specified public authority unless the relevant body confirms (letter or email) it has no objection | Audit and Assurance Council
Audit and Assurance CouncilYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) it has no objection. Financial Reporting Council Email: [email protected] | ||||||||||||||||||||
Authority
AuthorityThis word is often associated with public authorities. Please ensure the use of this word in your proposed name does not imply a connection with a public authority, a government department or body or a devolved administration or a local authority. | Border Agency
Border AgencyThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. As these expressions imply a connection with the Border Force or UK Visas and Immigration, (both part of the Home Office), you must provide an email or letter of non-objection from the Home Office. Email: [email protected] | Border Force
Border ForceThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. As these expressions imply a connection with the Border Force or UK Visas and Immigration, (both part of the Home Office), you must provide an email or letter of non-objection from the Home Office. Email: [email protected] | Cabinet Office
Cabinet OfficeThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. This expression implies a connection with the Her Majestys Government. You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Cabinet Office | ||||||||||||||||||||
Cadw
CadwTo use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from Cadw. Cadw | Corporate Reporting Council
Corporate Reporting CouncilTo use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Financial Reporting Council. Financial Reporting Council | Court
CourtIf your proposed name implies a connection with a court or tribunal administered by HM Courts and Tribunal Service, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Ministry of Justice. Ministry of Justice
| Crime Squad
Crime SquadThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. As these expressions imply a connection with activities carried out by the National Crime Agency (NCA), you must provide an email or letter of non-objection from the NCA. Email: [email protected] National Crime Agency | ||||||||||||||||||||
Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority
Criminal Injuries Compensation AuthorityTo use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the body shown below. Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority | Criminal Intelligence Service
Criminal Intelligence ServiceThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. As these expressions imply a connection with activities carried out by the National Crime Agency (NCA), you must provide an email or letter of non-objection from the NCA. Email: [email protected] National Crime Agency | Crown Estate
Crown EstateThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. You cannot use this expression in a proposed name because it implies a connection with the Crown Estate organisation, which manages property and land owned by the If you decide to submit your application you will need to include a copy of a letter or email of non-objection from the relevant Crown Estates office. Further information about the Crown Estate can be found at http://www.thecrownestate.co.uk/contact-us/ | EMAS
EMASThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. England, Wales and Scotland: Health and Safety Executive | ||||||||||||||||||||
Employment Medical Advisory Service
Employment Medical Advisory ServiceThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. England, Wales and Scotland: Health and Safety Executive | Health and Social Care
Health and Social CareThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. You cannot use this expression because it implies a connection with the Department of Health or activities provided by a local authority. If you decide to resubmit your application please provide a copy of a letter or email of non-objection from the Department of Health or relevant local authority. | Higher Education
Higher EducationThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. If you decide to submit your application please provide a copy of the letter or email of non-objection. England: | Home Office
Home OfficeThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. If this expression implies a connection with the Home Office you will need to obtain a letter or email of non-objection from Home Office Email: [email protected] | ||||||||||||||||||||
Iechyd Cyhoeddus Cymru
Iechyd Cyhoeddus CymruTo use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide an email or letter of non-objection for the relevant body. Welsh Government | Intellectual Property Office
Intellectual Property OfficeTo use either of these expressions in your proposed name, please provide an email or letter of non-objection from the Intellectual Property Office. Intellectual Property Office | Lord Advocate
Lord AdvocateTo use this expression in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Advocate General’s office. Advocate General | National Crime Agency
National Crime AgencyThe use of this expression or anything similar in your proposed name is likely to imply a connection with this body. If you submit your application, please include a letter or email of non-objection from the NCA. National Crime Agency | ||||||||||||||||||||
National Health Service
National Health ServicePlease Note: This is different to the Class 1 Sensitive Word: NHS To use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Department of Health & Social Care. Contact Form: General enquiries Ministerial Correspondence and Public Enquiries | Notarial
NotarialThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. You cannot use this word or expression in your proposed name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use this title. Email: [email protected] | Notary
NotaryThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. You cannot use this word or expression in your proposed name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use this title. Email: [email protected] | Notary Public
Notary PublicThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. You cannot use this word or expression in your proposed name unless the body Email: [email protected] | ||||||||||||||||||||
Nuclear Installation
Nuclear InstallationThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. The Office for Nuclear regulation (ONR) is responsible for the licensing and regulation of all Nuclear installations in the UK. To support your application, you must provide an email or letter of non-objection from the ONR. Office for Nuclear Regulation Building | Office of the Public Guardian
Office of the Public GuardianTo use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Office of the Public Guardian. Office of the Public Guardian | Ordnance Survey
Ordnance SurveyYou cannot use the expression in your proposed name unless the bofy shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. | Primary Education
Primary EducationThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. You cannot use this expression if your proposed name implies a connection with education services provided by a local authority. If appropriate you should include a copy of a letter or email of non-objection from a relevant local authority | ||||||||||||||||||||
Public Health England
Public Health EnglandTo use these expressions or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide an email or letter of non-objection for the relevant body. EnglandWellington House | Revenue and Customs
Revenue and CustomsTo use this expression in your proposed name please provide a letter or email of non-objection from HM Revenue and Customs. Corporate Communications | Scrivener
ScrivenerThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. You cannot use this word/expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use this title. The Faculty Office Email: [email protected] | Scrivener Notary
Scrivener NotaryThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. You cannot use this word/expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use this title. The Faculty Office Email: [email protected] | ||||||||||||||||||||
Secondary Education
Secondary EducationThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. You cannot use this expression if your proposed name implies a connection with education services provided by a local authority. If appropriate your application should include a copy of a letter or email of non-objection from a relevant local authority. | Select Committee
Select CommitteeThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. This expression normally implies a connection with the House of Commons. You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Corporate Officer of the House of Commons Houses of Commons Legal Services Office | Serious Organised Crime
Serious Organised CrimeThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. As this expression could imply a connection with activities carried out by the National Email: [email protected] | SOCA
SOCAThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. As this expression could imply a connection with activities carried out by the National Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] | ||||||||||||||||||||
Social Security and Child Support
Social Security and Child SupportThe use of this expression in a proposed name could imply a connection with services provided by the Department for Work and Pensions or Northern Ireland Child Maintenance Service. If you submit your application, please include a letter or email of non-objection from the relevant body. England, Wales and ScotlandNorthern Ireland | UK Government
UK GovernmentThe use of this expression in a proposed name is likely to imply a connection with the UK Government or a government department. If you decide to proceed with your application, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the relevant government body. | UKIPO
UKIPOTo use this expression in your proposed name, please provide an email or letter of non-objection from the Intellectual Property Office. Intellectual Property Office | Welsh Government / Welsh Assembly Government
Welsh Government / Welsh Assembly GovernmentTo use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Parliament. Clerk of the Senedd | ||||||||||||||||||||
Class 3 Sensitive Words & Expressions
Certain words or expressions are covered by other legislation and their use in company names might be a criminal offence.
If you want to use any of these words or expressions in your company name, then you should contact the relevant regulatory authority or ask us for advice before proceeding.
We may seek independent advice from the relevant body.
The following 92 words fall under these restrictions:
Anzac
AnzacThis word is protected under section 1 of the Anzac (Restriction on Trade Use of Word) Act 1916 and will not be allowed in a company or business name. | Apothecary
ApothecaryThis title is protected by The Medical Act 1983. To support your application to use this expression in a company or business name, please provide evidence of your inclusion on the GMC Medical register. | Architect
ArchitectWith the exception of naval architect, landscape architect or golf-course architect, the use of this word is controlled under section 20 of the Architects Registration Act 1997. You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Architects Registration Board Email: [email protected] | Art Therapist
Art TherapistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: Email: [email protected] |
Arts Psychotherapist
Arts PsychotherapistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: | Atius
AtiusThe Olympic Symbol etc. (Protection) Act 1995 protects this expression including Email: [email protected] | Attorney General
Attorney GeneralYou cannot use this expression because it implies a connection with the office of the Attorney General, the chief legal advisor to the Crown. | Bachelor of Medicine
Bachelor of MedicineThis expression is a protected title controlled by section 49 of the Medical Act 1983. You cannot use this expression in your company name unless your professional body confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title. |
Biomedical Scientist
Biomedical ScientistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: | Building Society
Building SocietyYou cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team Email: [email protected] | Chemist
ChemistThese words and expressions are protected titles and controlled by section 78 of the Medicines Act 1968. You cannot use any of these titles in your company name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title. England, Wales and Scotland: | Chiropodist
ChiropodistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: |
Chiropractic Physician
Chiropractic PhysicianThese words and expressions are controlled by the Chiropractors Act 1994. You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection. The Chief Executive, | Chiropractic Practitioner
Chiropractic PractitionerThese words and expressions are controlled by the Chiropractors Act 1994. You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection. The Chief Executive, | Chiropractioner
ChiropractionerThese words and expressions are controlled by the Chiropractors Act 1994. You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection. | Chiropractor
ChiropractorThese words and expressions are controlled by the Chiropractors Act 1994. You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection. |
Ciatus, Altius, Forius, Faster, Higher, Stronger
Ciatus, Altius, Forius, Faster, Higher, StrongerThe words Olympic, Olympian, Olympiad, Paralympic, Paralympian and Paralympiad plus their plurals, translations and anything similar to them are protected by the Olympic Symbol ect (Protection) Act 1995. To use any of these words and expressions you must obtain the writted consent of: | Citius
CitiusThe Olympic Symbol etc. (Protection) Act 1995 protects this expression including Email: [email protected] | Clinical psychologist
Clinical psychologistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: | Clinical Scientist
Clinical ScientistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: |
Commonhold Association
Commonhold AssociationThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. You cannot use the expression Commonhold Association in your proposed name unless the company is a Commonhold Association and meets the requirements of The Commonhold (Amendment) Regulations 2009 (SI No. 2363). In addition this expression can only be used at the end of your proposed name. These regulations also require the company to be limited by guarantee. | Community Benefit Society
Community Benefit SocietyThis expression can only be used by a society registered under the Co-operative and Email: [email protected] | Contact Lense
Contact LenseYou cannot use this expression unless you are a registered medical practitioner, a registered optometrist or a registered dispensing optitian authorised to carry out this activity. You will need to provide evidence of registration with your application. Alternatively, if you are a manufacturer or supplier of contact lenses you will need to confirm this in writing with you application. | Counselling Psychologist
Counselling PsychologistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: |
Credit Union
Credit UnionThis expression is controlled by the Credit Union Act 1979. you cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection. | Diagnostic Radiographer
Diagnostic RadiographerThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: | Dietician
DieticianThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: | Dietitian
DietitianThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: |
Dispensing Chemist
Dispensing ChemistThese words and expressions are protected titles and controlled by section 78 of the Medicines Act 1968. You cannot use any of these titles in your company name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title. England, Wales and Scotland: | Dispensing Druggist
Dispensing DruggistThese words and expressions are protected titles and controlled by section 78 of the Medicines Act 1968. You cannot use any of these titles in your company name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title. England, Wales and Scotland: | Dispensing Optician
Dispensing OpticianThis expression is controlled by the Opticians Act 1989. You cannot use it unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection. | Doctor of Medicine
Doctor of MedicineThe Medical Act 1983 protects this title. Your application must include evidence you |
Drama Therapist
Drama TherapistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: | Druggist
DruggistThese words and expressions are protected titles and controlled by section 78 of the Medicines Act 1968. You cannot use any of these titles in your company name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title. England, Wales and Scotland: | Educational Psychologist
Educational PsychologistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: | Enrolled Optician
Enrolled OpticianThis expression is controlled by the Opticians Act 1989. You cannot use it unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection. |
Faster
FasterThe Olympic Symbol etc. (Protection) Act 1995 protects these words including their Email: [email protected] | Forensic Psychologist
Forensic PsychologistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: | Fortius
FortiusThe Olympic Symbol etc. (Protection) Act 1995 protects this expression including Email: [email protected] | General Practitioner
General PractitionerThis expression is a protected title controlled by section 49 of the Medical Act 1983. You cannot use this expression in your company name unless your professional body professional body confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title. |
Geneva Cross
Geneva CrossThis expression is controlled by the Geneva Convention Act 1957 and will not be permitted for use in a company name. | Health Psychologist
Health PsychologistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: | Hearing Aid Dispenser
Hearing Aid DispenserThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: | Higher
HigherThe Olympic Symbol etc. (Protection) Act 1995 protects these words including their Email: [email protected] |
Industrial and Provident Society
Industrial and Provident SocietyThis word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State. If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use. When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received. You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or Sensitive Business Names Team | Licentiate in medicine and surgery
Licentiate in medicine and surgeryThis title is protected by The Medical Act 1983. To support your application , please provide evidence of your inclusion on the GMC Medical register. | Music Therapist
Music TherapistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: Email: [email protected] | Occupational Psychologist
Occupational PsychologistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: |
Olympiad
OlympiadThe words Olympic, Olympian, Olympiad, Paralympic, Paralympian and Paralympiad plus their plurals, translations and anything similar to them are protected by the Olympic Symbol ect (Protection) Act 1995. To use any of these words and expressions you must obtain the writted consent of: | Olympian
OlympianThe words Olympic, Olympian, Olympiad, Paralympic, Paralympian and Paralympiad plus their plurals, translations and anything similar to them are protected by the Olympic Symbol ect (Protection) Act 1995. To use any of these words and expressions you must obtain the writted consent of: | Olympic
OlympicThe words Olympic, Olympian, Olympiad, Paralympic, Paralympian and Paralympiad plus their plurals, translations and anything similar to them are protected by the Olympic Symbol ect (Protection) Act 1995. To use any of these words and expressions you must obtain the writted consent of: | Operating Department Practitioner
Operating Department PractitionerThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: |
Ophthalmic Optician
Ophthalmic OpticianThis expression is controlled by the Opticians Act 1989. You cannot use it unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection. | Ophthalmologist
OphthalmologistTo use this title in your proposed name, please provide an email or letter of authorisation from The Royal College of Ophthalmologists. The Royal College of Ophthalmologists | Optician
OpticianThis expression is controlled by the Opticians Act 1989. You cannot use it unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection. | Optometrist
OptometristThis expression is controlled by the Opticians Act 1989. You cannot use it unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection. |
Orthoptist
OrthoptistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: | Orthotist
OrthotistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: | Paralympiad
ParalympiadThe words Olympic, Olympian, Olympiad, Paralympic, Paralympian and Paralympiad plus their plurals, translations and anything similar to them are protected by the Olympic Symbol ect (Protection) Act 1995. To use any of these words and expressions you must obtain the writted consent of: | Paralympian
ParalympianThe words Olympic, Olympian, Olympiad, Paralympic, Paralympian and Paralympiad plus their plurals, translations and anything similar to them are protected by the Olympic Symbol ect (Protection) Act 1995. To use any of these words and expressions you must obtain the writted consent of: |
Paralympic
ParalympicThe words Olympic, Olympian, Olympiad, Paralympic, Paralympian and Paralympiad plus their plurals, translations and anything similar to them are protected by the Olympic Symbol ect (Protection) Act 1995. To use any of these words and expressions you must obtain the writted consent of: | Paramedic
ParamedicThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: | Pharmaceutical
PharmaceuticalThese words and expressions are protected titles and controlled by section 78 of the Medicines Act 1968. You cannot use any of these titles in your company name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title. England, Wales and Scotland: | Pharmaceutical Chemist
Pharmaceutical ChemistThese words and expressions are protected titles and controlled by section 78 of the Medicines Act 1968. You cannot use any of these titles in your company name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title. England, Wales and Scotland: |
Pharmaceutical Druggist
Pharmaceutical DruggistThese words and expressions are protected titles and controlled by section 78 of the Medicines Act 1968. You cannot use any of these titles in your company name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title. England, Wales and Scotland: | Pharmaceutist
PharmaceutistThese words and expressions are protected titles and controlled by section 78 of the Medicines Act 1968. You cannot use any of these titles in your company name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title. England, Wales and Scotland: | Pharmacist
PharmacistThese words and expressions are protected titles and controlled by section 78 of the Medicines Act 1968. You cannot use any of these titles in your company name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title. England, Wales and Scotland: | Pharmacy
PharmacyThese words and expressions are protected titles and controlled by section 78 of the Medicines Act 1968. You cannot use any of these titles in your company name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title. England, Wales and Scotland: |
Physical Therapist
Physical TherapistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: | Physician
PhysicianThis word is a protected title controlled by section 49 of the Medical Act 1983. You cannot use it in your company name unless your professional body confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title. Email: [email protected] | Physiotherapist
PhysiotherapistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: | Podiatrist
PodiatristThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: |
Practitioner Psychologist
Practitioner PsychologistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: | Prothetist
ProthetistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: | Radiographer
RadiographerThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: | Red Crescent
Red CrescentThese expressions are protected controlled by the Geneva Conventions Act 1957 and will not be permitted for use in a company or business name. |
Red Cross
Red CrossThese expressions are protected controlled by the Geneva Conventions Act 1957 and will not be permitted for use in a company or business name. | Red Lion and Sun
Red Lion and SunThese expressions are protected controlled by the Geneva Conventions Act 1957 and will not be permitted for use in a company or business name. | Registered Optician
Registered OpticianThis expression is controlled by the Opticians Act 1989. You cannot use it unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection. | Registered Psychologist
Registered PsychologistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: |
Social worker
Social workerTo use the protected title ‘Social worker’ in your proposed name please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the body shown below. EnglandSocial Work England Northern IrelandNorthern Ireland Social Care Council ScotlandThe Scottish Social Services Council WalesSocial Care Wales | Solicitor
SolicitorDifferent Requirements apply for companies Registered in England and Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland. | Speech and Language Therapist
Speech and Language TherapistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: | Speech Therapist
Speech TherapistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: |
Spirit in Motion
Spirit in MotionThe Olympic Symbol etc. (Protection) Act 1995 protects this expression including Email: [email protected] | Sport and Exercise Psychologist
Sport and Exercise PsychologistThese words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at: | Stronger
StrongerThe Olympic Symbol etc. (Protection) Act 1995 protects these words including their Email: [email protected] | Surgeon
SurgeonThis word is a protected title controlled by section 49 of the Medical Act 1983. You cannot use this word in your company name unless your professional body confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title. Email: [email protected] |
Vet
VetThese words and expressions are controlled by the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966. You cannot use this word or expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. | Veterinary
VeterinaryThese words and expressions are controlled by the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966. You cannot use this word or expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. | Veterinary Practitioner
Veterinary PractitionerThese words and expressions are controlled by the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966. You cannot use this word or expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. | Veterinary Surgeon
Veterinary SurgeonThese words and expressions are controlled by the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966. You cannot use this word or expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. |